Microtome
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Microtome is a noun meaning To cut into sections using a microtome.
Meaning
To cut into sections using a microtome.
More Meanings
- A special instrument that produces very thin slices of plant and animal tissues, for later examination by light microscope or electron microscope.
Example Sentences
The first microtome was constructed for John Hill, to make the specimens described in his book on the structure of timber (1770).
Word Forms
- microtomes
- microtoming
- microtomed
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include microtomy, ultramicrotome, histomicrotome, ultratome, microdissection, minislice.
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